If your lower back hurts after sitting for a while, you’re not alone. Lots of people in Charlotte feel this after long days at a desk or driving.
Most of the time, the pain isn’t from your spine itself. It’s usually tight muscles or weak support from your core and glutes.
Common causes:
• Tight hip flexors – Sitting shortens them, pulling on your lower back
• Weak glutes – If your glutes aren’t firing, your back muscles overwork
• Poor posture – Slouching changes how your spine moves and puts extra stress on muscles
Quick tip
Try standing up and stretching for 30–60 seconds every hour. Hip flexor stretches and gentle back twists help relieve tension.
When massage can help
Sports and orthopedic massage can loosen tight muscles in your hips, glutes, and back, helping your posture and making sitting less painful.
If this has been bothering you for more than a couple of weeks, it might be worth getting a professional check. Early intervention often prevents bigger issues down the road.
